She shrugged him off violently, glaring daggers towards his person.
"I may be a stupid ape, but it's a lot better than bein' a stupid--well, you."
He hurt her feelings, and he was agitated? Please!
And the water works began again, however, Rose was more than thankful for being outside than inside. She ruefully rubbed her nose with her wrist. "Just.." She in took a shaky breath; "I still love you, though, even when you're a git."